Local Illinois Obituaries
Lois M. Bruck
Aug 24, 2025
Lois M. Bruck, age 86.
Beloved sister of Betty (the late Amado) delaRosa the late Shirley (the late Tony) Petrusonis, the late Ruth Marquardt (the late Elmer) the late Irene Louden and the late Charles Jr. (the late Pauline) Bruck. Dearest aunt to many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
A lifelong Chicago area resident, Lois served as a sergeant and...
Donald J. " Donny" Bello Jr.
Aug 20, 2025
Donald Joseph
"Donny” Bello, age 55, passed away, peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Beloved husband of Jeanne nee Lukosius; loving father of Ethan and Julia Bello; devoted son of Donald and Sandra Bello; dearest brother of Scott (Jennifer) Bello; kind Uncle of Paul, Maggie and Evie Bello; dear son-in-law of Kathy Lukosius; fond nephew and cousin to many.
Donny...
Kenneth Malkowski
Aug 16, 2025
Kenneth J. Malkowski Sr passed away suddenly on August 16th, 2025 at the age of 70 years old. Born in Chicago, IL on April 7th, 1955.
Ken's journey began as the cherished son of his late parents Raymond (Retired CPD) Malkowski Sr, & Helen (nee Kowalski) Malkowski. Ken's early years were shared with 1 surviving brother Raymond "Ray" Malkowski Jr.
Ken was...
Robert Valentinas
Aug 15, 2025
Robert A Valentinas, age 78, passed away on August 15, 2025, long time Chicago firefighter; devoted husband to the late Suzanne Valentinas; loving father of Adam and Luke (Jaclyn) ; grandfather of Braydon Peterson; fond brother of the late James (Linda), Thomas (Peg) and Donna (the late Larry) Banas; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather...
Eleanor F. Fry
Aug 15, 2025
Eleanor Fry passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and family traditions that will live on for generations.
On Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1959, Eleanor married the love of her life, Donald Fry. Their time together was filled with joy and devotion, but tragically, Donald passed away in 1971....
Donald C Azukas
Aug 14, 2025
Donald C. Azukas, 90, of New Lenox, Illinois, and formerly of Worth, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Born on July 31, 1935, in Chicago to Charles and Blanche Azukas, Don grew up with a strong sense of responsibility, humor, and determination. After graduating from Calumet High School, he proudly served in the United States Army...
Edward "Marty" Fowler
Aug 6, 2025
Edward Martin Fowler, age 88, resident of Palos Park, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Mariann "Micki" nee Walsh; beloved father of Edward (Kathleen), Kathleen, James (Linda) Fowler and the late Mary Pat Fowler; cherished grandfather of Nicole, Brian, Laura, Danny, Ryan, Grant, and Kayla; proud great grandfather of Brooke,...
Marlene J. Przybocki
Aug 6, 2025
Marlene J. Przybocki
Marlene Przybocki, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on April 12, 1941, Marlene was known for her generous spirit and her deep love for family. She and her husband, Joseph Przybocki, created a home in which family and friends were always welcome. She especially loved...
Evangelos Daglas
Aug 2, 2025
Evangelos “Angelo” Daglas March 2, 1938 – August 2, 2025 Services For Mr. Daglas will take place on Saturday September 6, 2025 at Palos Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 South Southwest Highway Palos Hills Illinois 60465. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Trisagion Service will take place at 1:30 PM. Evangelos will be laid to rest at a...
Geri A. Darby
Jul 29, 2025
Geri A. Darby, age 83 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her side. Resident of Tinley Park, IL. beloved wife of William Darby; loving mother of Doreen (Ross) Shemanski; cherished grandmother of Michael and Matthew Shemanski; dearest sister of the late Edward Antone; dear aunt of Jeffrey (Marybeth) Antone; kind sister-in-law of Charlotte.
Family and friends will...
Carol-Jean Slomski
Jul 24, 2025
Carol-Jean "CJ" age 87, passed away on July 24,2025. Resident of Chicago, formerly of Orland Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Frank J. Slomski; devoted mother of Stephen (Anita), Michael, Douglas Slomski and Dina (Andrew) Bilsbury; loving grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 8; cherished sister of William (Cathy) Milota. CJ was a long standing employee of SAP of...
Douglas G. Koehler
Jul 21, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Koehler, age 72, passed away Monday, July 21 at Palos Community Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Feb. 5, 1953 in Chicago, Doug spent most of his life as a true “south side guy.”
After graduating from H. L. Richards High School (Oak Lawn) in 1971 and earning an Associate’s degree from Moraine Valley Community College, he...
Patrick Joseph Luchsinger
Jul 19, 2025
Patrick Joseph Luchsinger passed away on July 19, 2025 after celebrating his 79th birthday. He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick Joseph and Patricia (Casey) Luchsinger.
Born in 1946 on the southside of Chicago, he grew up in a large, loving home in Beverly. Patrick was the first of seven children. His siblings Frank, Jon, Margaret, Jay, Deborah and...
Thomas M. Dragan
Jul 19, 2025
Thomas Myron Dragan passed away on July 19, 2025, in Jackson, Michigan, at the age of 79.Thomas was a devoted father to his five children Melanie Cook, Thomas J. (Amie ) Dragan, Keith Dragan, Deborah (Jim ) Curry and Christopher (Jenny) Dragan. He also leaves behind 17 grandchildren who brought great joy to his life.He found happiness in spending time...
Evelyn L. Olinger
Jul 18, 2025
Evelyn Lois Olinger beloved wife of the late Wayne Olinger; Loving mother of Darlene J Clark-Wilkins, Janet L (James ) Fuller, Richard R (Mary) Clark, Kimberly K Clark-Howard, Jeffery S (Vicki) Clark,Dawn M Clark - Warner, Wanda A Olinger-McCue and the late Jimmy A.Clark; Loving sister of Donna Wrede and Keith Oakley and sister of the late Walter Oakley, Leonard...
Loretta E. Moczynski
Jul 17, 2025
Loretta Moczynski passed away at home surrounded by her family after a very brave battle with cancer. A loving mother to Jennifer (Joseph) Battaglia, William (Janina) Kackert. A caring daughter to her dearly departed parents John and Mary Moczynski. A devoted sister to her brothers Richard, John, and Robert Moczynski. A special grandmother to Erin Koons (Christian Koons), Ashley Stacy,...
Timothy A. Pursley
Jul 13, 2025
Tim A Pursley 68 of Chicago Ridge passed away peacefully on July 13th 2025 in Kankakee, Illinois at Riverside Hospital.
Tim was born on June 23, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio to Omer Pursley and Nell Mays (both deceased). He had two brothers Doug Bapton and Jerry Pursley (both deceased). Tim had two sons. He is survived by his oldest son Jason...
Anthony D. Thomas
Jul 6, 2025
Anthony D. Thomas “Smokes”, age 26 years, passed away suddenly on July 6, 2025. Beloved son of Cari Trenhaile and Anthony Thomas; loving brother of Melissa(Steven) Shea, Jennifer Potts, and Gage Thomas; cherish grandson of Marianne (the late Herbert Rush)Trenhaile and Bert (the late Nancy) Thomas; dearest Uncle of Anastasia, Alex, Adrian, Ashton, Addalyn, Addison, Archie, and Roman; dear nephew...
Nicole Lynn Freeman (Acosta)
Jul 5, 2025
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Nikki Lynn Marie Freeman tragically passed away on July 5, 2025. She was born on March 7, 1982 to Linda Britz (Richard Britz) and Claude Freeman (Arlene freeman), She is survived by her 2 strong sons Greyson and Derek, She is a beloved sister to Tracy (Chris) Sipich and Shanon (Yohance) Freeman. She was a wonderful neice to many aunts...
Dalia Zilinskas (nee Zickus)
Jul 2, 2025
Our loving mother and “čiute” passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025 at 87 years old.
Born on April 20, 1938, in Kaunas, Lithuania, was the first-born daughter of the late Juozas and Antanina In 1944, during World War II, her family immigrated to Germany. In 1949 at age 11, she and her family emigrated to the United States settling in the...
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